City of Battle Creek, Michigan · 4 weeks ago
Lab Tech II
Battle Creek, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe City of Battle Creek is looking for a lab tech II to perform laboratory related activities involving industrial surveillance, sampling, testing, and analyzing of water, wastewater sludge, and/or soils. The role involves preparing solutions, conducting analyses, and assisting in research related to wastewater treatment and water pumping techniques.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Prepares standard solutions and reagents
Collects soils, sludge, water, and/or wastewater samples on a scheduled basis. Conducts field measurements of flow and other physical and/or chemical parameters
Conducts and interprets specialized laboratory analyses. Prepares test records, sampling containers, charts, reports and statistical analyses. Maintains sampling data and field analysis records
Performs instrumental analysis of water and/or wastewater in coordination with chemist or other senior employee. Sets up and performs routine maintenance and troubleshooting of all laboratory equipment, apparatus, sampling and flow meter equipment
Assists in research and analysis of wastewater treatment/water pumping techniques and practices. Communicate lab test results to operations staff so they can make appropriate adjustments, if necessary for proper operation of the plant
Performs computer entry
Performs duties for the Industrial Pretreatment Program
Qualification
Required
Associates/Technical degree with coursework in chemistry, environmental science, or related field
Up to 1 year experience as a laboratory technician
Must successfully pass laboratory related skills test
Valid driver's license in the State of Michigan
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
Benefits
Medical : Choose from a PPO plan with BCBS or an HMO plan with BCN and pair your election with a Health Savings Account.
Dental : 100% employer-paid through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Life Insurance : 100% employer-paid basic life insurance with AD&D benefit equal to 2X the employee’s base annual earnings up to $400,000. Limited coverage is also provided for spouses and children.
Sickness and Accident : 100% employer-sponsored partial wage replacement for short-term disabilities after meeting eligibility criteria.
Retirement Savings
457 through Mission Square with employer match
MERS Pension note that Police and Fire have a separate pension fund not through MERS
Employer Assistance Plan (EAP): 100% Employer paid through Pine Rest
Paid Time Off : Generous PTO package – Paid Time Off will vary by position and is outlined within City Policy or union contract.
Paid Holidays : 13 paid holidays per year
Voluntary Benefits
Supplemental Term and Whole life
Critical Illness
Hospitalization
Accident
Vision – VSP
Lifecare Ambulance Service
Flexible Spending Account
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer
Flexible Schedule/Remote Work
Tuition Reimbursement
Educational Stipends
Longevity pay
Tool and safety allowances
Employer-paid uniforms
Cell phone allowance
Military pay differential
Professional development opportunities
Ability to earn compensatory time
Retiree health savings plan
Company
City of Battle Creek, Michigan
The Cereal City welcomes you! Mission: To ensure a safe, prosperous and culturally enriched community.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brendan Pizzala
Chief Safety Officer
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